![]() | Introduced: February 1,1993 Terminated: May 1, 1994 |
Logic Board
Processor: 68030
Processor Speed: 16 MHz
PMMU: Integrated
FPU: none
Bus Speed: 16 MHz
Data Path: 16-bit
ROM Size: 1 MB
Level 1 Cache: 0.5K
Level 2 Cache: none
Expansion Slots: 1 LC PDS
Battery: 3.6V Lithium
Memory
RAM Type: 30-pin SIMM
RAM Slots: 2
Min – Max RAM: 4 MB – 10 MB
Minimum RAM Speed: 100 ns
Install in groups of: 2
RAM Sizes: 1, 2, 4 MB
Onboard RAM: 4 MB
Ports
ADB: 2
USB: none
FireWire: none
Video: none
Floppy: none
SCSI: DB-25
Geoports: none
Ethernet: none
Mic Type: Omni
Other ports: Printer, modem, speaker

Video
Standard VRAM: 256K (Built-in)
Maximum VRAM: 512K (1 x 256K)
Display Resolution:
- 512 x 384, 8-bit (256K Built-in), 16-bit (1 x 256K)
- Built-in 10″ Sony Trinitron RGB display.
Storage
Standard CD-ROM: none
Internal Hard Drive: SCSI (40 – 160 MB)
Floppy Disk Drive: 1.44 MB auto
Operating System
Addressing Modes: 24-bit or 32-bit
Original OS: 7.1
Original Enabler: System Enabler 401
AppleTalk Version: 57.0.4
Compatible MacOS:
7.1
7.1.1 (Pro)
7.5
7.5.1
7.5.3
7.5.5
7.6
7.6.1

Miscellaneous
Macintosh Counterpart: Macintosh Color Classic
Form Factor: Color Classic
Dimensions (Inches): 14.5 H x 9.9 W x 12.6 D
Average Weight (lbs): 22.5
Gestalt ID: 49
Original Price: $1000 US
Comments
This Performa 250 was identical to the Macintosh Color Classic. The Color Classic was sold worldwide but the Performa 250 was sold only in the United Kingdom and Australia.